# Where to watch Up the Elephant and Round the Castle (1983) in the UK

> Up the Elephant and Round the Castle (1983) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1983  
**Runtime:** 30 minutes per episode  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Comedy  
**Seasons:** 3  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T09:50:07.439Z)  

## Synopsis

Up the Elephant and Round the Castle was an ITV sitcom which aired from 1983 to 1985, starring comedian Jim Davidson, who played the role of Jim London. The show spawned a sequel, Home James, which was also made by Thames Television. Home James ran from 1987 to 1990. "Up the Elephant and Round the Castle" also gave early exposure to Anita Dobson. The show was made for the ITV network by Thames Television.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Up the Elephant and Round the Castle in the UK?**

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## Sources

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